It’s time to talk about an often-dreaded aspect of knitting and crocheting, an essential yet overlooked task: weaving in yarn ends. It’s a pain, we know! But in our opinion, it’s a necessary step that, when done properly, provides a neat finish and ensures your project won’t unravel. Whether you’re a novice just getting startedContinueContinue reading “The Art of Weaving in Ends: Your Guide to Finishing Knitted and Crocheted Projects”
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Re-Shape, Re-Size, Rejuvenate: How and When to Re-Block your Treasured Knits
Just as a beloved tree needs occasional pruning to maintain its beauty and health, so too does a cherished knitted garment require some tender loving care. After a few years of wear and countless memorable occasions, your knitted piece may lose some of its initial shape, becoming a bit stretched, saggy, or misshapen. Don’t worry,ContinueContinue reading “Re-Shape, Re-Size, Rejuvenate: How and When to Re-Block your Treasured Knits”
5 Tips for Using Hand-Dyed Yarn
Using hand-dyed yarn is a wonderful way to add a unique beauty to any project. Whether you choose to go with tonal yarn, speckled, or variegated, you’re sure to achieve a look that is colorful and artisanal. It’s no wonder so many people choose to go the hand-dyed route! variegated – yarn has vibrant andContinueContinue reading “5 Tips for Using Hand-Dyed Yarn”
Chunky Yarn Crochet Patterns for Amigurumi
Did you know that you can make some of the snuggliest and most adorable stuffed animals using bulky weight yarn? It’s true! Don’t believe me? Just wait until you see these chunky yarn crochet patterns for amigurumi. There are so many reasons to love these chunky yarn crochet patterns for amigurumi. First of all, theyContinueContinue reading “Chunky Yarn Crochet Patterns for Amigurumi”
Exploring the How and Why of Surface Crochet Stitches
Today we’re going to talk about surface crochet. We’ll cover how to surface crochet as well as why you would want to surface crochet. I’ll give you a little hint: there are many exciting applications for the surface crochet technique – both fun and functional. Let’s dig in! Why should you surface crochet? If you’veContinueContinue reading “Exploring the How and Why of Surface Crochet Stitches”
Own Your New Years Resolutions with these 10 Free Crochet Patterns
Let’s face it: New Year’s resolutions can be a slippery slope. We could all use a little help and encouragement when we are trying new things, so for this week’s blog post I thought I would put together a little list of free crochet patterns that will help you achieve your 2023 goals. Whether youContinueContinue reading “Own Your New Years Resolutions with these 10 Free Crochet Patterns”
Block It Like It’s Hot
Have you followed instructions for a project before that instructed you to block your work? If you’ve never blocked a project before then you might have just skipped over this step. Some folks think that blocking is too time-consuming, too confusing, or just plain unnecessary. I know that I’m guilty of these things too! NowContinueContinue reading “Block It Like It’s Hot”
Fall Into 10 Free Crochet Patterns for Autumn
The first day of Fall was technically September 22nd, but it’s just starting to finally feel like it now towards the end of October. We had a good, long summer here in the Pacific Northwest and now we’re ready to embrace all things fall! Let’s celebrate with 10 free fall crochet patterns. Are you feelingContinueContinue reading “Fall Into 10 Free Crochet Patterns for Autumn”